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2011 Map of Big Beaver Reservoir

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Big Beaver Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The White River flows through this Rio Blanco County landscape, serving as a central artery for local activity and irrigation. The presence of the White River Community House along County Rd 8 highlights a social focal point for the dispersed residents and ranching camps of the area. Water management is a defining characteristic of the region, evidenced by the infrastructure of Big Beaver Reservoir, held by the Big Beaver Dam, and the Mascott Ditch.

Seasonal camps and high-country stations like Russell Camp, North Elk Cow Camp, and Hamilton Camp underscore the enduring importance of livestock grazing in these uplands. To the southeast, a dense cluster of alpine water bodies including Cabin Lake, Shadow Lake, and Seventh Lake suggests a complex drainage system feeding into Vaughn Creek. The terrain is marked by significant elevation shifts, from the prominent Warner Point overlooking the river valley to the steep confines of Deadman Gulch and Whiskey Gulch.